The Masked Blogger (Part Last): Mask Sheets from THEFACESHOP (review)

Since the opera is tomorrow, this will be the last of my opera/beauty tie-in’s…for now (cue ominous music). I had only planned to do one mask per week; but then I got my hands on more cool stuff from THEFACESHOP.

This Korean company launched their U.S. website a while back; but you've probably also seen their goodies at Walgreens. They get their inspiration from nature, and develop products according to three core concepts: “naturalism, value and variety.” Products are manufactured with ingredients like flowers, grains, fruits, glacial water(!) and herbs. Some of their most popular items are the mask sheets. I tried out two.

Pearl Essential Mask Sheet (For Clearer Skin)

Blurb: A pearl mask sheet for clearer skin. What is Pearl? A rare, precious stone rich in calcium which helps illuminate, clarify and hydrate lackluster skin. The concentrations of pearl in this gentle mask sheet are effectively absorbed to clarify and refine skin.

Collagen Essential Mask Sheet (For Firm, Hydrated Skin)

Blurb: A collagen mask sheet for firm, hydrated skin. What is collagen? An essential factor in the strength and elasticity of skin, collagen constitutes over 90% of deeper dermal layers and is responsible for keeping skin firm and hydrated resulting in smoother facial contours. The concentrations of collagen in this gentle mask sheet are effectively absorbed into skin to leave it firm and hydrated.

This is great way to add some pampering to your skincare routine. Open the package, lay the mask over your face, relax, and let it go to work. After about 15-20 minutes, you simply remove the mask and rub any remaining product into your skin.

The Pearl mask had a light scent and felt very refreshing on my skin. I was worried that there would be tightness or irritation, but instead my skin felt refreshed and hydrated. The Collagen mask was very soothing. It had a light pretty scent and felt cool and creamy. And afterwards, my face was balanced, hydrated and a little glowy.

I love the whole idea of these masks (as well as the masks themselves). They’re luxurious mini-spa retreats that are also simple, quick and affordable (two masks cost about $5.00). They’re great for travel; and a bundle of these tied with a ribbon would make a nice little gift.

The new website has the entire (huge!) selection of masks (Vita, Imperial Herbs and Cereal to name a few), and tons of other cool stuff. Or if you want to browse, you can also check them out at Walgreens.

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Sweet Cheeks: THEFACESHOP Peeling Day Honey Black Sugar Scrub (review)

I am having so much fun trying lots of cool things from the THEFACESHOP. This Korean company recently launched their U.S. website; but their products have been available at Walgreens for a while.

Blurb: Inspired by nature and its many stories, THEFACESHOP began with three core concepts - naturalism, value, and variety - developing cosmetic products inspired by nature with quality, affordability, and the unlimited shopper experience in mind. THEFACESHOP is dedicated to developing and providing products that maintain qualities of nature in its purest form. We produce products from flowers, grains, plants, fruits, deep sea and glacial water and herbs to nourish and revitalize the skin. Understanding the wisdom of nature comes from our Asian heritage, which is rooted in a sense of balance and a respect for the natural elements. THEFACESHOP is actively collaborating with renowned domestic and foreign dermatologists, universities and research institutes under a "global brain network" in order to bring nature's brilliant remedies through breakthrough skincare products at an affordable price.

It was hard to decide what to talk about first; but I finally settled on their Peeling Day Honey Black Sugar Scrub.

Blurb: Convenient and easy, this 1-step scrub with tiny exfoliants will help you discover a newer and clearer skin. Best to use weekly to exfoliate to shed dead skin cells and to reveal younger looking skin. Great to fit into your regular, routine skincare regimen. Contains Black Sugar (20%) and honey that are full of essential minerals and vitamins. Highly effective in eliminating unwanted blackheads. Your skin will feel soft and hydrated.

This scrub completely won me over. I loooove using it! I've always been a big fan of honey and homemade honey/sugar masks for my face; and Peeling Day has all the benefits without the DIY mess and fuss. It had the same soothing, luscious feel as a homemade honey mask; and the scrub factor was just right…not too harsh, not too wimpy. After I rinsed, my face was smooth, glowing and very soft - and my pores were spiffy and clean. This is really an excellent, excellent scrub!

The new website has tons of stuff. Or if you want to browse, you can find their products while strolling the aisles at Walgreens.
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More Friday Fun: Visit THEFACESHOP Online

More info: THEFACESHOP now has a U.S. website! I'll be checking out some of this line in pretty soon; but in the meantime, you can start checking out their cool stuff (and get free samples with your purchase). Please read…

THEFACESHOP is a brand that is HUGE in Korea and has made its way to the US in the last few years. Inspired by nature and its many stories, The Face Shop searches the globe for vibrant colors and beautiful scents. These intense experiences are captured in the brand’s products, nurturing the skin and enhancing its natural beauty.

Until now the products have been exclusively available in Walgreens around the country, but THEFACESHOP launched their online US store on August 15th! Visit http://www.thefaceshop.com/ to shop the brand’s extensive collections, including new products in the Flebeaute collection.

Anyone who buys THEFACESHOP products from the new online store will receive free samples with their purchase. For orders over $25, you’ll receive a Mask Sheet (literally a sheet made from natural pulp that you apply to the face to do such things as revitalize, soften, firm, or tone the skin!). Additionally, for orders over $50, you’ll get free shipping and a Nature Garden Cleansing Bar for Face & Body. Check out the attached for more info on these deals!
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